Things To Avoid While Traveling To United States
Date: 29 May, 2020
The American experience is fascinating for travelers from all around the globe and Indians are no exception. From rugged mountains to coastal cities, it encompasses everything that is needed for a great holiday experience. Indian culture is very different from that of American culture, there are few things to bear in mind for a pleasant holiday.
Visa
While visiting U.S.A, the most important thing you need to know is the visa requirements. Securing a tourist visa to the U.S.A. can be a time-consuming affair and one that requires a lot of paperwork and preparation.
Best practice is to make sure that you start preparing months in advance for your visa application and be sure to book refundable accommodations and flights to save any financial losses and disappointments.
Consider hiring an agent to guide you through the process and speak to friends and family who have secured an American tourist visa in the past.
Also, spend as much time as you can understand the official U.S.A. visa guide for Indian citizens.
Tipping
Tipping is possibly one of the biggest cultural differences you will experience, unlike in India, tipping at restaurants is serious business in the U.S.A. In fact, tipping the hotel staff and pretty much, all service staff that you encounter on your holiday is the expected etiquette.
Most restaurants do not include taxes on the menu price, so make sure you look for additional taxes.
Food
Many public places are likely to have a ban on eating on the go, be sure you look for signs before you unwrap the delicious burger out in public.
Service Timings
A lot of businesses operate on different timings in the U.S.A. For instance, a good number of restaurants and cafes are open only until 9.pm while malls are open until much later, often at 11 pm, so if planning a day out, it is wise to wrap dinner first and then continue shopping.
Lastly, remember that unlike holidaying back in India, everything is a lot costlier on your U.S.A. trip. It, therefore, makes financial sense to invest in a USA travel insurance to ensure peace of mind and cover unforeseen costs.